{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Alamo Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":5.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8798241,"projectId":9876773,"letterContent":"Our \"Classroom Ambiance and Vibes\" DonorsChoose project helped transform our classroom into a calm, welcoming environment that encourages learning and focus every day. Through the project, we received lamps and calming overhead lighting that replaced the harsh brightness typically found in classrooms. Using this softer lighting daily has created a peaceful atmosphere where students feel more relaxed, comfortable, and ready to learn. The change in lighting has made a noticeable difference in helping students settle in, concentrate on their work, and enjoy spending time in our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThe project also provided messy mats that have been incredibly helpful during our many art and creative activities. These mats allow students to explore art more freely while keeping our workspace organized and protected. We have used them for a variety of fun and meaningful projects throughout the year, including our \"Good Luck Pig\" activity and several special holiday-themed art projects. Students love having the opportunity to create, and the mats make it easy for them to fully engage in hands-on learning without worrying about making a mess.\r\n\r\nThanks to the generosity of donors, our classroom has become a more inviting and creative space where students feel inspired to learn and express themselves. The calming lighting and art supplies are used regularly and continue to support both focused academic work and joyful creative experiences. We are so grateful for the support that helped bring this positive classroom environment to life.","fullyFundedDate":1765244597083,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-ambiance-vibes/9876773/","projectTitle":"Classroom Ambiance & Vibes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gaab","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8798241_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y59&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733111492502","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8798241"},{"teacherId":1558157,"projectId":9810066,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and kindness. We are enjoying having cubbies that aren't falling over! The kids were SO excited to see the shiny new furniture when they walked in, and they immediately asked to move into them. Nothing like some new storage to brighten your day! Once I added the number stickers, the cubbies really felt like they'd always been there! \r\n\r\nIt has made our room look much better as well! Going from shabby, crooked cubbies to brand new ones has made a WORLD of difference. I work hard to create a welcoming, calming space that students want to be in, and these cubbies spruce up our room. My students work hard, and spend nearly seven hours a day in our classroom! I am so thankful that you were willing to help us make our space even better!","fullyFundedDate":1764711668364,"projectUrl":"project/cubbies-that-dont-lean-to-the-right/9810066/","projectTitle":"Cubbies That Don't Lean to the Right","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Inkabi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1558157_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y656&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764863494034","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsinkabi"},{"teacherId":8569959,"projectId":9866837,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving us the gift of organization! I will share the before and after picture so you can see the great impact!\r\nOur books are now in closed bins which allows them to stay dust free. These books will last years longer. Also by getting organized, I am able to see the titles of the books more easily and can get more of them into rotation. Reading chapter books in small groups is a special bonding time and these bins allow that bonding to happen seamlessly and more often!\r\nThank you for your generous donation!","fullyFundedDate":1764697523302,"projectUrl":"project/book-organization/9866837/","projectTitle":"Book Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pavon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8569959"},{"teacherId":8569959,"projectId":9678154,"letterContent":"It is such an honor to share with you how your donations have supported our classroom environment. The classroom has soft colorful lights and a fun \"fish\" bowl to add calming ambiance to our room. However, most significantly, the quiet magnetic fidgets have been a HUGE help. The students are able to manipulate them, usually with one hand, while the other is working. These are beautiful, soft and most important to me, quiet! So kiddos can be fidgeting without distracting others. \r\nThank you for helping to make this classroom sensorily calming and inviting!","fullyFundedDate":1762267573886,"projectUrl":"project/quiet-fidgets-and-ambiance/9678154/","projectTitle":"Quiet Fidgets and ambiance!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pavon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8569959"},{"teacherId":2633840,"projectId":9677047,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for donating to our STEAM TeachersPayTeachers gift cards. The students have used these cards in many different ways. I want to highlight a recent favorite activity.\r\n\r\nThe students were able to get a budget- $80 for second grade and $130 for third grade. With that money they were able to buy items for a Thanksgiving party. An added challenge for third graders was that they also had to provide enough food for 10 guests. When they were done purchasing their items, they got to make an invitation. They said that you can be invited to their Thanksgiving party! \r\n\r\nThe students are looking forward to more \"real world\" ways to incorporate STEAM into our daily learning. We would not have these opportunities if it wasn't for your generous donation. The students and myself really appreciate that you were able to fund this DonorsChoose project.","fullyFundedDate":1757739476651,"projectUrl":"project/teacherspayteachers-helps-students-learn/9677047/","projectTitle":"TeachersPayTeachers Helps Students Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fettig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2633840_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1478834033476","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-fettig"},{"teacherId":553899,"projectId":9678114,"letterContent":"It is with tremendous gratitude that I write this letter. Our classroom has been enriched because of your generosity. I have already used the TPT gift card to extend our learning and enrich the current language arts unit we are on (Ancient Rome). Students have enjoyed thinking about the impacts of Roman architecture and how it was accomplished in ancient times. \r\n\r\nTPT has so many options for teachers to choose from to extend and enhance our curriculum. I cannot wait to look for STEM projects that connect with our next reading unit on light and sound!\r\n\r\nAgain, we thank you for your generosity and support of education!","fullyFundedDate":1757739479279,"projectUrl":"project/educational-materials-from-tpt-for-third/9678114/","projectTitle":"Educational Materials from TpT for Third Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Summers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp553899_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472325542769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/beth-summers"},{"teacherId":8798241,"projectId":9680735,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of math supplies and games for our 4th-grade classroom! The students were so excited to open the boxes and explore all the fun materials. The games make learning math even more enjoyable, and the new supplies help everyone stay organized and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and support make a big difference in our classroom. Because of your generosity, our students are more excited than ever to practice their math skills, work together, and challenge themselves. We truly appreciate your thoughtfulness and the positive impact you've made on our learning community.","fullyFundedDate":1757717698698,"projectUrl":"project/math-resources/9680735/","projectTitle":"Math & Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gaab","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8798241_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y59&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733111492502","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8798241"},{"teacherId":8807953,"projectId":8916805,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generous contribution to our classroom! Your donation of floor rocking seats, wobbly stools, and the TPT gift card has truly transformed the way my students engage with their learning.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these new seating options, my students have had the opportunity to choose seating that suits their individual needs, which has made a world of difference. The floor rocking seats have given them the freedom to rock and move while they work, helping them stay focused and energized during lessons. The wobbly stools are a hit, allowing students to wiggle and shift while remaining seated—perfect for those who need a little extra movement to stay engaged. This flexibility has been especially beneficial during group projects.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new seating, their excitement was palpable! They immediately tried out the wobbly stools, laughing as they figured out how to balance and wiggle without falling off. It was amazing to watch them engage with the new seating so eagerly—many of them commented on how much more comfortable they felt in their new spots, and they were thrilled by the idea of being able to move and still focus on their work. The TPT gift card has also been an incredible resource, allowing me to purchase supplemental materials and resources that are perfectly aligned with our current lessons.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you so much for your generous support. Your donation has made a real difference in our classroom, and my students are thriving because of it. We can't wait to continue using the new seating and resources in future lessons and projects!","fullyFundedDate":1733244501491,"projectUrl":"project/wiggle-while-we-work-fun-flexible-seat/8916805/","projectTitle":"Wiggle While We Work: Fun, Flexible Seating for 2nd Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barfod","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8807953"},{"teacherId":4767600,"projectId":9122081,"letterContent":"On behalf of my first grade classroom, I want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution to our DonorsChoose project. Your support has allowed us to add an incredible collection of new non-fiction books to our classroom library.\r\n\r\nThese books have already made a tremendous impact on my young students. Children at this age are naturally curious about the world around them, and these non-fiction readers provide them with accurate, age-appropriate information about topics that fascinate them. From books about animals and space, to explaining how things work, these new resources have sparked countless questions, discussions and discoveries.\r\n\r\nMy students now eagerly choose non-fiction during our reading time, expanding their knowledge and vocabulary while developing crucial literacy skills. The beautiful illustrations and photographs have particularly engaged my visual learners.\r\n\r\nYour investment goes beyond just providing books - you're helping to cultivate a love of reading and learning that will benefit my students throughout their educational journey. Thank you so very much... we appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1743011985120,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-young-minds-with-non-fiction-rea/9122081/","projectTitle":"Fueling Young Minds With Non-Fiction Readers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mayer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4767600_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763489651316","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4767600"},{"teacherId":1558157,"projectId":8869035,"letterContent":"The new art supplies have been such a welcome addition to our classroom! We have already put them to good use celebrating Black History Month and completing some fun Valentine boxes and art work. The new pastels really made our Romare Bearden inspired art work \"pop.\" The messy mats helped keep our desks clean while we did the art, saving us lots of clean up time at the end!\r\n\r\nI am especially excited to use all of our supplies as my 5th graders head towards all the end of the year projects. Celebrating their time at our school and looking towards middle school will be even better with the right supplies! They will be creating scale models of food trucks, and now they'll look even better with art supplies to support their hard work. It is also such a joy to see my kids who gain such relaxation and joy from art thriving with the materials. \r\n\r\nWithout you are room would be a much duller space! Thank you so much for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1733292823955,"projectUrl":"project/art-for-creative-fifth-graders/8869035/","projectTitle":"Art for Creative Fifth Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Inkabi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1558157_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y656&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764863494034","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsinkabi"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4249","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":350,"numTeachers":14,"percentFrplEligible":5,"percentAsian":19,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":52,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":12,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"25.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":94.6,"schoolId":4249,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Alamo Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Alamo Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/san-ramon-valley-unified-school-district/alamo-elementary-school/4249"}